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Gelsenkirchen to Bielefeld trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Gelsenkirchen and Bielefeld takes 1h 33m and the fastest train takes 1h 23m. The train runs, on average, 2 times per week from Gelsenkirchen to Bielefeld. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

1h 33m
Duration
128 km
Distance
€22
Average price
Twice a week
Frequency

Gelsenkirchen to Bielefeld train times

Trains run twice a week between Gelsenkirchen and Bielefeld. The service departs Gelsenkirchen at 10:47 PM at night, which arrives into Bielefeld at 00:10:00. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    train train 1h 23m • Direct

Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    train train 1h 43m • Direct

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 127.5 km
  • Duration: 1h 33m

What companies run services between Gelsenkirchen, Germany and Bielefeld, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Bielefeld Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €21–45 and the journey takes 1h 7m. Two other operators also service this route.

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